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JOB DESCRIPTION
Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of
Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn’t just treat you like a number. You’ll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on-the-job training and team of experts mean you’ll be set up for success.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of
Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn’t just treat you like a number. You’ll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on-the-job training and team of experts mean you’ll be set up for success.
Key Responsibilities And Duties:
Master Scheduling & MPS Management
* Lead and manage a team of Planners, ensuring they effectively control scheduling and planning activities from Cycle 2 through to completion and customer dispatch.
* Provide coaching, training, and mentorship to the planning team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
* Develop, manage, and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) across multiple engine programs, ensuring accurate scheduling for Cycles 1, 2, and 3 within a 6-month horizon.
* Align the MPS with short-term business goals, drive capacity levels and customer demand, working with the IBP Manager to ensure alignment with the 6-month scheduling period.
* Oversee the integration of material requirements, kitting, and procurement to ensure On Time in Full (OTIF) delivery.
* Problem-Solving and Risk Mitigation: Identify potential scheduling conflicts, material shortages, or resource constraints. Develop and implement contingency plans to mitigate risks and ensure schedule adherence.
Team Leadership & Coordination
* Lead and manage a team of Planners, ensuring they effectively control scheduling and planning activities from Cycle 2 through to completion and customer dispatch.
* Provide coaching, training, and mentorship to the planning team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
* Coordinate and ensure the tracking and visibility of serviceable materials for each project within the business, ensuring alignment with operational and customer requirements.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
* Act as the key interface between Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, and other departments, ensuring alignment across all areas of the business for each engine program.
* Liaise with Operations, Sales, Customer Service, and other relevant teams to ensure material and production requirements are met to support on-time deliveries.
* Lead meetings to discuss issues, escalate risks when necessary, and promote a clear understanding of project progress across stakeholders.
Continuous Improvement & Data Reporting
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives across scheduling, planning, and supply chain activities, ensuring the timely identification and resolution of challenges.
* Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to scheduling and material delivery, ensuring accurate and up-to-date reporting for business stakeholders.
* Ensure adherence to Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety Management Systems (SMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other relevant business manuals.
Compliance & Risk Management
* Ensure adherence to all risk assessments and internal procedures to maintain safety and compliance.
* Maintain effective housekeeping and organizational practices within the scheduling and planning function.
Competencies:
Core:
* Strong analytical and numerate skills with the ability to manage complex scheduling systems.
* Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships across all departments.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills for clear and concise updates.
* Strategic thinking and problem-solving ability, with a sound understanding of planning and scheduling activities.
* Proven leadership ability to manage, mentor, and develop a team of planners.
Essential
Functional:
* Strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems and scheduling.
* Proficient in Excel and other MS Office applications.
* Ability to analyse data and make decisions based on complex forecasting and scheduling information.
Desirable
* Experience of using Power BI.
Organisational Relationships:
* Reports to the IBP Manager with close working relationships with Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, Operations, Sales, and Customer Service teams.
* Responsible for the leadership and coordination of the Planning / Scheduling team.
Professional Qualifications/Education And Training:
Desirable
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or a related field.
Essential
* Equivalent experience will also be considered.
Experience:
Desirable
* Minimum of 5 years experience in a planning or scheduling role within an MRO.
* Previous leadership experience in managing teams of planners/schedulers
* Experience managing complex engine programs with Cycles 1, 2, and 3
Essential
* Proven experience in long-term forecasting and coordinating multiple departments.
Benefits That Make Life Better:
* 206 hours annual leave per year for employees working 37 hours per week, plus 8 public holidays
* 4% employer match pension scheme
* YuLife wellbeing services, including 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Program, personalised online fitness programs, and many more!
* Bonus opportunities
* Generous paid sick leave
* Life assurance cover
* Salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme
* Onsite gym at both the Fleetlands and Almondbank sites
* Eye test vouchers
* Seasonal flu jabs administered on site each year by Bupa
* Learning and training opportunities
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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